Kern River Campground

Bakersfield, CA

4.3(1,115 reviews)

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About this campground

Kern River Campground in Bakersfield California. The Lake Ming Road exit off the Alfred Harrell Highway leads down to the lake. There is a sign at the West Beach which marks the half mile road to the campground overlooking the Kern River. This retreat is only 10 miles from Bakersfield. 28 landscaped acres, Two sections: 25 campsites each; maximum of 8 people per site, Picnic tables and fire rings, Restrooms and showers, Drinking water spigots; trash barrels throughout the campground, Sewage dump site on the road near the campground exit

What campers say

Kern River Campground offers grassy, tree-lined sites right by the river, with river access, a dump station and potable water. Restrooms and showers are generally available and often cleaned, though facilities can look worn or may include porta‑potties at times. The park is family-friendly and hosts are typically helpful, but expect summer heat, insects, bold squirrels and numerous small animal burrows. The river current can be strong, so swimming is risky and requires caution. Nights can be quiet midweek but may become noisy, and a small online fee/reservation structure applies; some sites have limited RV space.

Our summary of 1,114 traveler reviews.

Amenities

Facilities

  • Pool

Setting

  • Lake

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  • Pets
  • Sewer
  • Tents
  • Water

1,115 reviews

1 of them was written on CampgroundViews.

nelcimoreno3

Muy lindo parque para camping me encanta "Translated = Very nice park for camping I love it"

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Address
13775 Lake Ming Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93306
GPS
35.4334° N, 118.8654° W

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